Cheap flights To Ixtapa (ZIH) from $47

Purchase a ticket with one of the 20 airlines that fly in and out of Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) and this fabulous city will be all yours to discover. Whenever you're looking to slip away, you're certain to find a flight that fits your timetable. Check out these popular international carriers that'll spirit you away to Ixtapa:

• Alaska Airlines - 3 flights to Ixtapa per month
• United Airlines - 0 flights to Ixtapa per month

With some of the biggest and best flight deals around, you can jet for less with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you pick up cheap flights to Ixtapa — and leave you with more cash to splash:

• Consider departing from or arriving at nearby airports to save on your airfare. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then choose the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will show you any available options.
• If your plans aren't cast in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to bring up the flight deals for multiple departure dates. You may find a cheaper fare.
• To refine your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also choose your preferred flight times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
• Lock in your airfare as soon as you've decided on your travel dates. While it does happen now and then, flights rarely drop in price as your departure date gets closer.
• Make serious savings on your adventure by combining your hotel, flights and car rental into an Orbitz package deal. Your credit card will thank you.
• If practical, don't fly in the busy season. Airfares often hit their highest during summer, school breaks and around other vacation times like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Your flight to Ixtapa could be just an hour or it could be longer, depending on where you're traveling from. We've rounded up a list of three of the busiest domestic routes and flight times to give you an idea of what to expect:

• Mexico City, Distrito Federal (MEX-Mexico City Intl.) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) - 1 hour and 10 minutes
• Puebla, Puebla (PBC-Hermanos Serdan Intl.) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) - 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) - 3 hours and 14 minutes

There's so much to plan for any big journey, so it's nice to get a little bit of help along the way. Here are a few pointers to make sure you're organized for your flight:

• Check that you've packed your travel paperwork and identification. For overseas journeys, you'll need to bring your passport. When you book your seats, always use the same name, birth date and gender as listed on your government-issued ID.
• Stuff your carry-on bag with snacks and things to keep you busy and you'll happily pass the time on this medium-haul flight. If you get the chance, join the airport's Wi-Fi and transfer your favorite playlist or podcast to your device ahead of your journey.
• Together, air conditioning and high altitudes can produce a cool environment. No matter what the season is, carry a sweater with you to keep warm and cozy during your flight.

Savvy travelers have a talent for finding business or first-class flights to Ixtapa that don't cost an arm and a leg. Take their lead with these helpful hints:

• Be flexible with your travel dates and wait for big sales on business or first-class airfares.
• A lot of budget airlines these days offer terrific business-class seating that doesn't cost a bundle.
• Bid for an upgrade in online auctions or upgrade your seat through your loyalty program.